Belfast
Western Europe, United Kingdom
United Kingdom
People from Belfast are called:
Male/General:
Belfastian
Pronunciation:
/bɛlˈfæstiən/
Etymology & Origin
From Irish 'Béal Feirste', meaning 'mouth of the river Farset' or 'mouth of the sandbank ford'.
About Belfast
- Capital and largest city of Northern Ireland.
- Major port city at the mouth of the River Lagan on Belfast Lough.
- Important industrial center, historically known for shipbuilding including the Titanic.
- Significant role in The Troubles and subsequent peace process.
- Growing center for tourism, arts, higher education, and business.
Nearby Places
Other places in the region and their demonyms
Quick Facts
- Population:
- 348,005 (2024 est.)
- Country:
- United Kingdom
- Region:
- Western Europe